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AIRF RCE April 19, 2018 AIRMAN OF THE YEAR ‘A great honour’ CPL Bill Solomou IT IS no surprise that No. 2 Operational Conversion Unit has stepped up and added yet another accolade to its distinguished honour board – Airman of the Year 2017. Avionics Technician CPL Bryan Jones, of 2OCU, was awarded the title following the announcement of the Air Force Proficiency and Leadership Awards 2017. In 2016, the unit was awarded the Duke of Gloucester Cup, while the J. R. Bartram and R. A. Kee Sword of Honour went to FLGOFF Kylie Zipf, and the Thales Australian Leadership Sword was awarded to AC Ross Archer. CPL Bryan Jones received the phone call just before the announcement on March 31. He said he wasn’t expecting the award, and he was humbled and grateful to have been nominated. “I took out the Airman of 2OCU last year and thought that was the end of that,” CPL Jones said. “But to take out the title of Air Force Airman of the Year is a great honour.” Nominations came from his CO, WGCDR Scott Woodland, WOFF Jason Ryan and WOFF Ben Jacobs. CPL Jones was commended for his application of superior technical skills, leadership, professionalism, and his organisation and support of the Movember 2017 campaign. Part of his citation reads: “This is particu- larly evident through your role as a maintenance manager where you have enabled the Unit Avionics section to consistently perform at the highest levels. “You have consistently demonstrated pro- activity, a thirst for knowledge and leadership significantly above what is expected of your rank and seniority. “You have shown great courage highlight- ing deficiencies with the No. 81 Wing plan to decentralise F/A-18 Hornet Litening Forward Looking Infra-Red Pod maintenance. “Importantly, you provided simple effec- tive solutions, ensuring the ongoing delivery of F/A-18 Hornet air to ground capability.” Enlisting in 2006, CPL Jones followed his father’s example. “My father was a motivating factor on joining Air Force,” he said. “He was an armament technician with Air Combat Group, so being exposed to the Air Force way of life appealed to me at a young age.” CPL Jones is a seasoned techo, deploying to the Middle East on Operation Okra in 2015. He encourages all airmen to always do their best, be proactive and, most importantly, to look after their mates. MARCH TRIAL RESULTS OFFICER Defence Force Magistrate 1 x Recklessly Making a False or Misleading Statement in Relation to an Application for a Benefit – DFDA s 56(4) Member was accused of making a false statement in support of an application for an allowance. Member pleaded guilty to the charge and was found guilty of the charge. Member was severely reprimanded. NCO Defence Force Magistrate 1 x Prejudicial Conduct – DFDA s 60(1) 2 x Act of Indecency Without Consent – DFDA s 61(3) and Crimes Act 1900 (ACT) s 60 Member was accused of prejudicing the discipline of the Defence Force by making an offensive remark to a subordinate member. Member was also accused of committing certain acts of indecency on a subordinate member. Member pleaded guilty to the charges and was found guilty of the charges. Member was severely reprimanded and reduced in rank. NCO Restricted Court Martial 8 x Act of Indecency Without Consent – DFDA s 61(3) and Crimes Act 1900 (ACT) s 60(1) 2 x Using Insulting or Provocative Words – DFDA s 33(d) 1 x Prejudicial Conduct – DFDA s 60(1) Member was accused of committing certain acts of indecency in relation to several civilians. Member was also accused of using insulting or provocative words and prejudicing the discipline of the Defence Force by showing a sexually explicit video to a civilian. Member pleaded not guilty to the charges, however, the member was found guilty of all charges. Member was sentenced to 28 days’ imprisonment, dismissed from the Defence Force, reduced in rank and fined a total of $6002.67. OTHER RANK Defence Force Magistrate 1 x Take Part in Creating a Disturbance – DFDA s 33(b) Member was accused of taking part in creating a disturbance by engaging in a quarrel with another member. Member pleaded guilty to the charge and was found guilty of the charge. Member was fined a total of $558.56 (to be paid in instalments). All Court Martial and Defence Force Magistrate trial results are subject to command review and appeal. The results indicated are of trials across the ADF. AIRF RCE AIRF RCE AIRF RCE AIRF RCE RF RCE April 19, 2018 AIRMAN OF THE E April 19, 2018 AIRMAN OF THE YEAR ‘A great honour’ CPL Bill Solomou IT IS no surprise that No. 2 Operational Conversion Unit has stepped up and added yet another accolade to its distinguished hon- our board – Airman of the Year 2017. Avionics Technician CPL Bryan Jones, of 2OCU, was awarded the title following the announcement of the Air Force Proficiency and Leadership Awards 2017. In 2016, the unit was awarded the Duke of Gloucester Cup, while the J. R. Bartram and R. A. Kee Sword of Honour went to FLGOFF Kylie Zipf, and the Thales Australian Leadership Sword was awarded to AC Ross Archer. CPL Bryan Jones received the phone call just before the announcement on March 31. He said he wasn’t expecting the award, and he was humbled and grateful to have been nominated. “I took out the Airman of 2OCU last year and thought that was the end of that,” CPL Jones said. “But to take out the title of Air Force Airman of the Year is a great honour.” Nominations came from his CO, WGCDR Scott Woodland, WOFF Jason Ryan and WOFF Ben Jacobs. CPL Jones was commended for his appli- cation of superior technical skills, leadership, professionalism, and his organisation and support of the Movember 2017 campaign. Part of his citation reads: “This is particu- larly evident through your role as a mainte- nance manager where you have enabled the Unit Avionics section to consistently perform at the highest levels. “You have consistently demonstrated pro- activity, a thirst for knowledge and leadership significantly above what is expected of your rank and seniority. “You have shown great courage highlight- ing deficiencies with the No. 81 Wing plan to decentralise F/A-18 Hornet Litening Forward Looking Infra-Red Pod maintenance. “Importantly, you provided simple effec- tive solutions, ensuring the ongoing delivery of F/A-18 Hornet air to ground capability.” Enlisting in 2006, CPL Jones followed his father’s example. “My father was a motivating factor on joining Air Force,” he said. “He was an armament technician with Air Combat Group, so being exposed to the Air Force way of life appealed to me at a young age.” CPL Jones is a seasoned techo, deploy- ing to the Middle East on Operation Okra in 2015. He encourages all airmen to always do their best, be proactive and, most importantly, to look after their mates. MARCH TRIAL RESULTS OFFICER Defence Force Magistrate 1 x Recklessly Making a False or Misleading Statement in Relation to an Application for a Benefit – DFDA s 56(4) Member was accused of making a false statement in support of an application for an allowance. Member pleaded guilty to the charge and was found guilty of the charge. Member was severely reprimanded. NCO Defence Force Magistrate 1 x Prejudicial Conduct – DFDA s 60(1) 2 x Act of Indecency Without Consent – DFDA s 61(3) and Crimes Act 1900 (ACT) s 60 Member was accused of prejudic- ing the discipline of the Defence Force by making an offensive remark to a subordinate member. Member was also accused of committing certain acts of inde- cency on a subordinate member. Member pleaded guilty to the charges and was found guilty of the charges. Member was severely reprimanded and reduced in rank. NCO Restricted Court Martial 8 x Act of Indecency Without Consent – DFDA s 61(3) and Crimes Act 1900 (ACT) s 60(1) 2 x Using Insulting or Provocative Words – DFDA s 33(d) 1 x Prejudicial Conduct – DFDA s 60(1) Member was accused of com- mitting certain acts of indecency in relation to several civilians. Member was also accused of using insulting or provocative words and prejudicing the dis- cipline of the Defence Force by showing a sexually explicit video to a civilian. Member pleaded not guilty to the charges, however, the member was found guilty of all charges. Member was sentenced to 28 days’ imprisonment, dis- missed from the Defence Force, reduced in rank and fined a total of $6002.67. OTHER RANK Defence Force Magistrate 1 x Take Part in Creating a Disturbance – DFDA s 33(b) Member was accused of taking part in creating a disturbance by engaging in a quarrel with another member. Member pleaded guilty to the charge and was found guilty of the charge. Member was fined a total of $558.56 (to be paid in instalments). All Court Martial and Defence Force Magistrate trial results are subject to command review and appeal. The results indicated are of trials across the ADF. Colour: Colour: W Filename: car city thank you for your service! Car City would like to Visit Car City to compare the value and get your Defence discount - Up to 3000 cars online - Conveniently located in Minchinbury NSW and Ringwood Vic - Open 7 days (closed public holidays)-instant drive away finance - Off street parking Thank you for your service 591 Carlisle Ave, Minchinbury NSW 415 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood VIC carcity.com.au Airman of the Year for 2017, CPL Bryan Jones from 2OCU, RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo: SGT Guy Young Air Force awards 3 AWARD WINNERS LIST FOR 2017  Air Force APS Team Member of the Year Award: Mr Adrian Xavier, HQAFTG. Awarded to an APS employee who exemplifies both APS and Air Force values and makes an outstanding contribution to Air Force.  AVM B. A. Eaton Airman of the Year Award: CPL Bryan Jones, 2OCU. Awarded to an airman of the rank of corporal or below to recognise the calibre of the individual and their significant contribution to both the service and community.  CAF Instructor of the Year Award: FLTLT Daniel Hamilton, CSTS. This award highlights the unquestionable importance of training and education to the Air Force and formally recognises the commissioned officer who has excelled in this field.  WOFF-AF Instructor of the Year Award: FSGT Gregory Krieger, ASEME. This award highlights the unquestionable importance of training and education to the Air Force and formally recognises the airman who has excelled in this field.  Her Majesty The Queen’s Gold Medal: OFFCDT Silas Cocks, 2FTS. Awarded by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to the most outstanding officer trainee from OTS or ADFA to recognise exemplary conduct, outstanding performance of duty, and influence on fellow officers.  SQNLDR W. T. Riggs Trophy: CPL David Said, 1JPAU. Awarded for the best official photograph of the year. The trophy is a competition open to all Air Force members.  Duke of Gloucester Cup: 1SQN. Awarded to the most proficient flying squadron.  Hawker Siddeley Trophy: 24SQN. Awarded to the most proficient unit with primarily whole-of-base functions.  Markowski Cup: 88SQN. Awarded to the most proficient specialist support unit.  RAAF Maintenance Trophy: 33SQN. Awarded to the most proficient Air Force maintenance unit in recognition of their engineering and technical excellence.  Stonehaven Trophy: RAAF School of Administration and Logistics Training. Awarded to the most proficient training unit.  J. R. Bartram and R. A. Kee Sword of Honour: ACW Elysia Cave-Freeman, 6SQN. Awarded to recognise meritorious performance while undergoing training on an AVTECH, ATECH, ASTFITT, ARMTECH or ALSFITT course at RAAFSTT.